Equis
Maxime is in charge of Alain’s domaine and has added a small 6.5ha holding in Crozes, Domaine des Lises, to the portfolio. He also manages several other vineyards in Cornas, St Joseph and Crozes, selecting tiny parcels of the very best grapes to make the Equis range. They are made in the same vein as his father’s wines - the Equinoxe is a modern interpretation of Crozes for early drinking, whilst the Crozes Lises and St Joseph ignite in flavour after a year or two in bottle.
Viticulture
Fruit is selected from small parcels in Crozes‑Hermitage, Cornas and Saint‑Joseph, with close grower relationships and an emphasis on low yields and site expression.
Winemaking
Winemaking is hands‑on and low‑intervention, using mostly destemmed fruit, gentle extraction and fermentation in concrete and large-format oak to preserve freshness and Syrah character.
Highlights
- Northern Rhône Syrah from elite, organically farmed parcels.
- Fresh, expressive styles with early‑drinking appeal.
- Graillot heritage with a modern, supple edge.
